Ready to put your computer skills to work and help neighbourhoods get online? The National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa is urgently looking for 32 Digital Ambassadors to start the Ya Rona Digital Programme 2026, and the deadline is only a few weeks away.
What the opportunity is
NEMISA will place Digital Ambassadors on selected TVET College campuses across South Africa. You will receive a monthly stipend of R4 500 while you train yourself on basic digital‑literacy modules and then teach community members how to use computers, the internet and common software.
Who can apply (requirements and eligibility)
To be considered you must:
- Have Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification.
- Be computer‑literate (internet, email, Microsoft Office, online platforms).
- Possess at least 1–2 years of work experience in any field.
- Be bilingual in English and any other South African language.
- Be able to travel to one of the listed TVET College campuses (see placement list below).
Additional qualifications that will give you an edge include:
- National Certificate Vocational (NCV Level 4) or N6.
- ICT‑related certificates, digital or facilitation training.
- Diploma or degree in ICT, Education or a related area.
- Previous experience in teaching, tutoring, facilitation or community development.
What you gain (benefits and skills)
- Monthly stipend of R4 500 for the duration of the programme.
- Hands‑on experience delivering digital‑literacy training.
- Development of facilitation, reporting and project‑management skills.
- Networking with TVET colleges, local municipalities and NEMISA staff.
- Contribution to closing the digital divide in South African communities.
How to apply (step‑by‑step)
- Prepare a clear, up‑to‑date CV. Include your residential address.
- Obtain certified copies of your ID and all qualifications.
- Write a brief cover note stating the TVET College you wish to join (e.g., “Mopani TVET College”).
- Email your application to ambassadors3@nemisa.co.za. Use the exact name of the TVET College as the email subject line.
- Submit before the closing date: 22 June 2026 at 16:30.
Placement options (TVET College campuses)
Eastern Cape
- King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College – 2 posts (Mthatha, Libode, Mapuzi/Coffee Bay, Mngazi, Ngcobo, Elliotdale)
- East Cape Midlands TVET College – 2 posts (Uitenhage, Kariega, Despatch, Motherwell, Zwide, KwaNobuhle, New Brighton, KwaZakhele, Walmer)
KwaZulu‑Natal
- Elangeni TVET College – 2 posts (Inanda, KwaDabeka, KwaMashu, Pinetown, Ndwedwe, Ntuzuma)
- Majuba TVET College – 2 posts (Newcastle, Dundee)
- Esayidi TVET College – 2 posts (Kokstad, Umzimkhulu, Port Shepstone)
Gauteng
- Tshwane South TVET College – 2 posts (Atteridgeville, Centurion)
- South West Gauteng TVET College – 2 posts (Soweto, Roodepoort, Randburg)
- Tshwane North TVET College – 2 posts (Mamelodi, Soshanguve, Temba, Rosslyn, Pretoria)
Western Cape
- South Cape College – 2 posts (Beaufort West, Oudtshoorn, George, Mossel Bay, Riversdale, Hessequa, Plettenberg Bay/Bitou)
- College of Cape Town – 2 posts (Cape Flats, Mitchells Plain, Khayelitsha, Nyanga, Gugulethu, Langa, Delft, Phillipi, Crossroads)
- False Bay TVET College – 2 posts (Muizenberg, Khayelitsha, Fish Hoek, Mitchells Plain)
Northern Cape
- Northern Cape Urban TVET College – 2 posts (Kimberley, Galeshewe)
Limpopo
- Mopani TVET College – 2 posts (Phalaborwa, Namakgale, Hoedspruit)
Mpumalanga
- Gert Sibande TVET College – 2 posts (Balfour, Ermelo, Evander, Mpuluzi, Perdekop, Standerton)
North West
- Taletso TVET College – 2 posts (Lichtenburg, Mafikeng)
Free State
- Flavius Mareka TVET College – 2 posts (Sasolburg, Kroonstad, Mphohadi)
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your CV to highlight any teaching, tutoring or community‑service experience.
- Proof‑read your email and attach only certified documents – illegible copies will be rejected.
- State clearly why you are interested in digital inclusion and how you can contribute to the local community.
- Use the exact college name in the subject line; a wrong subject may result in your application being missed.
- Apply early – submissions close at 16:30 on 22 June, and later entries may not be reviewed.
Final thoughts and next steps
The Digital Ambassador vacancies give motivated South Africans a chance to earn a stipend while making a real impact on digital inclusion. If you have a Matric qualification, basic computer skills and a passion for community work, prepare your documents and send your application before the deadline.
Good luck, and take the first step toward a rewarding role in digital education!
